Team: The Edge 15 Silver

My name is Grace and this is my first year coaching at The Edge Volleyball Club! I currently play collegiate volleyball at North Park University in Chicago and I'm a middle blocker. I'm originally from Joliet, IL, where I went to highschool at Joliet West. I was a varsity athlete for 3 years, and during my senior year we brought home the first Sectional title in Joliet West Girls Volleyball history. I also received IVCA Academic All-State honors during that time. As for club, I started club volleyball my freshman year of high school at Uno Volleyball Club, until my senior year where I played at Belusa United Volleyball Club. Being a middle blocker did not limit me, as I played all the way around during my club years and was selected as a top performer by Prep Dig a few times. At North Park, we've won our conference back-to-back and made an appearance in the NCAA Tournament. Mental toughness is an important aspect of the game, which I intend to teach. That competitive edge is so crucial in high pressure situations. I'm excited to help younger athletes really perform at their best, and also teach them that it doesn't always matter how hard you can hit a ball, but how well you can hit those open spots on the court. I want my athletes to succeed, and not just in volleyball.